Senior citizens received a meal, hygiene sessions, and gifts as part of the Otjinene Village Council’s 10th anniversary celebrations. The chairperson of the Otjinene village council, Lesley Kauandara, pointed out that it was the first time since the inception of the village council that they were hosting an elders’ day celebration. Kauandara says the gathering […]
The Minister of Health and Social Services, Minister Kalumbi Shangula, inaugurated the negative pressure mobile isolation facility at the Outapi District Hospital. The facility, Dr. Shangula said, is a significant advancement in the healthcare infrastructure as it reaffirms the government’s commitment to building a strong and resilient healthcare system. The ward will enable the hospital […]
By December 2027, the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) plans to complete the construction of 546 housing units at Katima Mulilo. The project is expected to address the housing backlog while providing affordable housing. Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Katima Mulilo Mayor John Ntemwa emphasised how much of an impact the project will have on development […]
Men of various ages marched through Rundu as part of the 16 Days of Activism, which aims to create awareness of gender-based violence. The “Commitment Walk” aims to encourage men to adopt respectful, non-violent, and reasonable behaviour in relationships. Led by the Kavango East Governor, Bonifatius Wakudumo, the men walked from the Rundu Sports Stadium, […]
The bilateral ties between Namibia and the USA would continue to remain stable, anchored on democratic principles. President Nangolo Mbumba and US Ambassador Randy Berry reaffirmed this in light of the general elections that took place in both countries. The month of November saw Namibia and the US closing off their electoral cycles with general […]
Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa has launched Risk Profiles of Natural Hazards and Selected Diseases in Namibia. The report provides vital insights into the natural hazards and diseases affecting Namibia, including flooding, drought, earthquakes, heat waves, wind storms, and disease outbreaks like cholera and malaria. Highlighting Namibia’s vulnerability to natural disasters, the profile calls for […]
Namibia, one of the countries in Africa with the most developed road infrastructure, continues to make significant progress in enhancing its road network. Today, the Roads Authority officially opened a 10-kilometre stretch of the Hage G. Geingob freeway leading to the Hosea Kutako International Airport to ensure smooth accessibility and reduce traffic congestion. The project […]
Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Calle Schlettwein, is worried about the progress of the Rundu Water Treatment Plant in the Kavango East Region. Once operational, the Rundu Water Treatment Plant is expected to bring an end to the town’s water crisis. The actual physical progress of the plant stands at 23%, and Namwater […]
European Union Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins says the EU and Namibia relations have evolved significantly over the year in a way that stimulates economic growth and creates jobs for both. She added that relations have changed from traditional development cooperation-based dynamics to a partnership of equals based on trade, investment, and sustainable development. Martins said […]
US Ambassador to Namibia, Randy Berry, says President Joe Biden’s visit to Angola is strategic for SADC, particularly its infrastructure development agenda. Biden was on a three-day visit to Angola, where he toured the Lobito Corridor, a railway line that stretches from Zambia to the Port of Lobito. The 1,300-kilometer corridor is one of the […]
